Defence Industry Information
Industry Host Eligibility
DIIP partners with small and medium enterprises (SMEs) operating within Australia’s defence industry to provide meaningful, paid internship opportunities for engineering and technology students.
To become a host organisation, businesses must demonstrate a genuine connection to the defence sector, the ability to provide quality learning experiences, and a commitment to creating a safe, supportive and professional environment for interns to thrive in.
To be eligible to host a DIIP Intern, an organisation must be:
- a registered Australian business with a valid ABN
- a small or medium sized enterprise operating in the defence industry that employs less than 200 staff
- undertaking work directly for Defence, as a Subcontractor to a Defence Prime engaged by Defence, or within the Defence supply chain
- financially viable and in good standing
- holding appropriate workers' compensation and business insurance coverage
- be willing to provide feedback to The Career Network regarding the progress of the intern, and their perception of the success of the DIIP
- be able to provide access to The Career Network to facilitate site visits during the Internship
- have a commitment to improving diversity and within the Defence industry
- able to provide meaningful work aligned to a student's studies and career goals
Note: Defence industry SME Host Applications for the 2026/27 DIIP intake are opening on 20 July 2026.
